Prazosin (Minipress) is prescribed for a client with hypertension. Which of these instructions should the nurse include in the teaching plan?

Prazosin (Minipress) is prescribed for a client with hypertension. Which of these instructions should the nurse include in the teaching plan?

Answers:

A Keep a record of daily weights

B Avoid salt substitute when taking this medicine. Use salt instead.

C Check the pulse before taking this medicine

D Change from a lying to a sitting position slowly